Mojito Syrup

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   Prepare an ice-water bath.

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   In a medium saucepan, blanch mint leaves in boiling water for 30 seconds, then place immediately in an ice-water bath.

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   Squeeze out all excess liquid from mint, and set aside.

4. 4

   Bring sugar and 1 cup water to a boil in a medium saucepan and cook until sugar is completely dissolved, about 1 minute.

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   Remove from heat, stir in lime zest and mint, and let sit at room temperature for 30 minutes to infuse the syrup.

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   Puree in a blender until fine bits remain.

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   Strain to remove the mint and zest, then stir in lime juice and white rum.

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   Refrigerate syrup, covered, until cold.

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   For each mojito, pour 2 tablespoons syrup over 1/2 cup crushed ice.

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